A1.221102 Manufacture: ALINCO, INC. Yodoyabashi Dai-bldg 13F 4-4-9 Koraibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0043 Japan Phone: +81-6-7636-2362 Fax: +81-6-6208-3802 http://www.alinco.com E-mail:export@alinco.co.jp Electrical and electronic equipment and batteries should be recycled at a facility capable of handling these items. Contact your local authority for details of disposal rules. Copyright Alinco, lnc.
VHF FM Mobile Transceiver DR-CS25 Instruction Manual Thank you for purchasing your new Alinco transceiver. Please read this manual carefully before using the product to ensure full performance, and keep this manual for future reference as it contains information on after-sales services. In case addendum or errata sheets are included with this product, please read those materials and keep them together with this instruction manual for future reference.
Introduction Thank you very much for purchasing this excellent Alinco transceiver. Our products are ranked among the finest in the world. This radio has been manufactured with state of the art technology and it has been tested carefully at our factory. It is designed to operate to your satisfaction for many years under normal use. Please read this manual completely from the first page to the last, to learn all the functions the product offers.
Features ■■ Ultra compact, Output power selectable 50W/20W/10W ■■ PC-programmable 200ch ■■ Alphanumeric name tags ■■ Wide variety of selective calling features built-in; The 2-Tone, 5-Tone, 51 CTCSS, 1024 DCS, 4 Tone-burst tones and DTMF/ANI decode ■■ Radio stun/kill/revive functions ■■ Bright LCD and easy-to-operate backlit ■■ Multi-function, backlit microphone enables direct frequency entry & more from keypads ■■ Various scan modes, Key lock, Wide/Narrow operations
Conformity Symbols This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. An amateur radio operator license is required to operate this device. Comformity information Manufacturer: ALINCO, Inc. Electronics Division Yodoyabashi Dai-bldg.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice or obligation. All brand names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Alinco cannot be liable for pictorial or typographical inaccuracies. Some parts, options and/or accessories are unavailable in certain areas. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
WARNING To prevent any hazard during operation of Alinco’s radio product, in this manual and on the product you may find symbols shown below. Please read and understand the meanings of these symbols before starting to use the product. ALERT Environment and condition of use Danger This symbol is intended to alert the user to an immediate danger that may cause loss of life and property if the user disregards the warning. Do not drive while handling the radio for your safety.
WARNING Handling this product Be sure to reduce the audio output level before operating. Excessive audio may damage hearing. Do not open the unit without permission or instruction from the manufacturer. Unauthorized modification or repair may result in electric shock, fire and/or malfunction. Do not operate this product in a wet place such as shower room. It may result in electric shock, fire and/or malfunction. Do not place conductive materials, such as water or metal in close proximity to the product.
WARNING CAUTION Environment and condition of use About power-supply Use only reliable power supply of specific DC output range and be mindful of the polarity of the cables and DC jack. Do not use the product in proximity to a audio products such as TV, radio and stereo. It may cause interference or receive interference. Always turn off the power supply when connecting or disconnecting the cables. Do not install in a humid, dusty or insufficiently ventilated place.
Before Operating the Radio Attention ●● Do not remove the case or touch the interior components. Tampering can cause equipment trouble. ●● Do not use or keep the radio where it is exposed to direct sunlight, dusty places, or near sources of heat. ●● Even though a heat protection circiut is buil-in, this product is not a 100% duty transmitter. ●● When the internal temperature excesses, it turns to the MID power setting automatically to prevent overheating.
CONTENTS Supplied Accessories...........................................................1 Memory Channel DeletIng................................................................ 11 Supplied Accessories........................................................................ 1 KEY OPERATIONS.................................................................12 Initial Installation...................................................................2 Squelch Off (Monitor Function)..............................
CONTENTS Editing Channel Name...................................................................... 18 Scan Skip ......................................................................................... 24 Reverse TX/RX................................................................................. 18 Frequency/Channel Scan ................................................................ 24 Talk Around ......................................................................................
Supplied Accessories 1 Supplied Accessories Carefully unpack to make sure the following items are found in the package in addition to this manual: Transceiver DR-CS25 Microphone EMS-74 (with DTMF keyboard) Mobile Mounting Bracket DC Power Cable with Fuse Holder(ADUA38) Hardware Kit for Bracket Fixing screws (M5x10mm) (2PCS) Pads (2PCS) Tapping screws (M4x12mm) (2PCS) S-Washer (2PCS) Spare Fuses(15A) 1 The standard accessories may vary slightly depending on the version you have purchased.
2 Initial Installation Mobile installation The transceiver may be installed in any position in your car, where the controls and microphone are easily accessible and it does not interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle. If your vehicle is equipped with air bags, be certain your radio will not interfere with their deployment. If you are uncertain about where to mount the unit, contact your vehicle's dealer.
Initial Installation DC Power Cable Connection Mobile Operation The vehicle battery must have a nominal rating of 12V. Never connect the transceiver to a 24V battery. Be sure to use a 12V vehicle battery that has sufficient current capacity. If the current to the transceiver is insufficient, the display may darken during transmission, or transmitting output power may drop excessively. 2 6. Connect the DC power cable to the transceiver's power supply connector.
2 Initial Installation 2. Connect the transceiver's DC power connector to the connector on Fixed Station Operation In order to use this transceiver for fixed station operation, you will need a separate 13.8V DC power supply (not included) , Please contact local dealer to require. The current capacity of your power supply must be 12A or more. the DC power cable. Press the connectors firmly together until the locking tab clicks.
Initial Installation Power supply voltage Display After being connected to an appropreate power source, press PWR key to turn on. Press and hold P3 key for 2 seconds to display the supplied voltage. The display immediately changes as the voltage supply changes, It also displays voltage during transmission. Accessories Connections 2 External Speaker If you plan to use an external speaker, choose a speaker with an impedance of 8Ω. The external speaker jack accepts a Φ3.5mm (1/8") mono (2-conductor) plug.
2 Initial Installation Microphone For voice communications, connect a provided microphone into the socket on the front of the main unit. Turn the ring firmly on the plug until it locks. Attach the supplied microphone hanger in an appropriate location using the screws included in the screw set.
Getting Acquainted Front panel Functions that require pressing press the following key. PWR FUNC P3 P2 P4 NO. KEY 1 P1 2 P2 FUNC key until 3 icon appears then FUNCTION MW(Setting memory channel data) Deleting memory channel 3 P3 Keypad lockout 4 P4 High/Middle/Low power Functions that require holding for over 2 seconds the following key. Basic Functions NO.
3 Getting Acquainted Rear panel NO. KEYÅ 1 3 1 SQL 2 M Indicates the channel number in memory mode. 3 2 NO. Jack Connectors FUNCTION 1 Ext. Sp Terminal for optional external speaker. 2 Repeater Terminal Terminal for repeater connection. 3 Antenna Connector Connection for 50Ω coaxial cable and antenna.Connector is PL/M. 8 4 Dot 5 Decimal point Indicates the frequency or memory name. 7 Signal is being received or monitoring. 8 Signal strength of receiving and transmitting.
Getting Acquainted MIC Connector Diagram(in the front view of connector) microphone NO. KEY 3 FUNCTION 1 UP Increase frequency, channel number or setting value. 2 DOWN Decrease frequency, channel number or setting value. 3 PTT Push-To-Talk key to transmit. 4 Numerical Keyd Input VFO frequencies and other various oprations. 5 DTMF ON/OFF Switches between DTMF and function operations. 6 LOCK Switch Locks all keys excep PTT. 7 MIC Microphone element is located.
4 Basic Operations Switching The Power On/Off Press the PWR switch to power on. Press the PWR key for 1 second to turn off. Adjusting Frequency/Channel PWR KEY 1. In frequency (VFO) mode, you can change the current frequency to PWR P2 Adjusting The Volume Turn the VOL knob clockwise to increase the audio level, counterclockwise to decrease. ADJUSTING SQUELCH LEVEL FUNC P3 P4 A squelch eliminates white-noise (the background noise when a signal is not received).
Basic Operations Speaking too loud distorts, too undertone won't modulate enough your voice. While transmitting, LED lights RED and TX-meter shows relative power level. Release PTT to receive. Transmitting Tone BURST TONE Press and hold [PTT] key, then press Microphone key to transmit selected tone-burst tone. Pre-programming is necessary. Transmitting OPTIONAL SIGNALING Press and hold [PTT] key, then press Microphone key to transmit pre-stored and selected DTMF/2Tone/5Tone optional signaling.
5 KEY OPERATIONS squelch off(Monitor function) CTCSS/DCS Encode and Decode setup Press key to disable squelch, press key again to resume squelch. While monitoring, all signaling features are temporary released. Frequency Scan Scans all VFO frequencies in regard to the preset tuning step. until starts 1. In VFO mode, press scanning. 2. Press Microphone [ 3. Press any key except / PWR ] key to change scan direction. and FUNC key to stop.
KEY OPERATIONS The standard set of 50 different CTCSS tones are available. DCS encode/decode cannot be separated. The list of selectable tones and codes is shown on Appendix at the end of this manual. CTCSS SCAN While receiving CTCSS signal, press P3 key to select or TSQ then hold P3 key until starts scanning. Once finding a matching CTCSS tone, a voice will be heard and resumes scanning after 15 seconds. Press any key except PWR and key to exit.
5 KEY OPERATIONS Emergency Alarm KEYPAD LOCKOUT To avoid unintentional operations, this function will lock all keys except FUNC and PWR . 1. Press FUNC key until LCD displays icon, then press P3 key until LCD displays icon. 2. Repeat above operation, lockout function is invalid. icon disappears, indicating keypad Auto-Dialer Setup Auto-dialer is to automatically transmit preprogrammed and stored DTMF tone codes. Easier way is to use "DTMF set" menu in the PC utility software.
FUNCTION MENU SETUP How to use FUNCTION MENU 1. Press and hold MENU SETUP. 2. Press and FUNC key for over 2 seconds to enter the FUNCTION or P4 to select the desired menu. key to backward menus. P3 P4 P3 key to forward / to select the desired parameter. 3. Press , key to exit. 4. Press any key except PWR , P3 , P4 , Menu No.
7 FUNCTION MENU SETUP "2TONE": The channel will be mute Sending 5-Tone Call by a 2-Tone signal. The speaker won’t sound until receiving a correspondent 2-Tone signal. Hold [PTT] then press [UP] to transmit the pre-stored 2-Tone signal. 1. Press and hold FUNC key for over 2 seconds to enter setting menu. 2. Press P3 / P4 key to choose No.04 menu, LCD displays "5TON XX", "XX" indicates the preprogrammed groups. "5Tone": The channel will be mute by a 5-Tone signal.
FUNCTION MENU SETUP Signaling Combination setup This function is to improve the level of protecting the radio against receiving irrelative signal. 1. Press and hold FUNC key for over 2 seconds to enter setting menu. 2. Press SQ". 3. Press P3 / P4 key to choose No.06 menu, LCD displays "SPK-- / HIGH/MID/LOW Power Selection 1. Press and hold FUNC key for over 2 seconds to enter setting menu. 2. Press P3 / P4 key to choose No.07 menu, LCD displays "POW--HI". to select the desired combination. 3.
7 FUNCTION MENU SETUP TX OFF SETUP This function is to prohibit the transmission and to use the radio as a receiver. 1. Press and hold 2. Press P3 / 3. Press P4 desired setting. key for over 2 seconds to enter setting menu. FUNC key to choose No.09 menu, LCD displays "TX-ON". / to select the 18 , P4 , , key to exit. FUNC 2. Press P3 / P4 key to choose No.10 menu, LCD displays "LOCK--OFF". / Editing Channel NAME (Available only in Memory mode) 1.
FUNCTION MENU SETUP Talk Around This is to talk simplex on the RX frequency of the duplex setting, in case of repeater failure or out-of-range. By Talk Around function, you can directly communicate with other radios in your group in case the repeater is not activated or when you are out of the repeater range. The transceiver will transmit on RX frequency with its CTCSS/DCS signaling. 1. Press and hold FUNC key for over 2 seconds to enter setting menu. 2. Press / P4 key to choose No.
7 FUNCTION MENU SETUP APO (Auto power off) Display iiiumination color setting Once APO is activated, the radio will be automatically switched off when the pre-set time is elapsed. 1. Press and hold 1. Press and hold FUNC key for over 2 seconds to enter setting menu. 2. Press P3 / P4 key to choose No.20 menu, LCD displays "COL-- 2. Press 3. Press key for over 2 seconds to enter setting menu. ORG". / to select the desired color. Display changes color while selection. / P4 key to choose No.
4. Press any key except PWR , P3 , P4 , , 8 key to exit. tone-burst tones 1. Press and hold FUNC key for over 2 seconds to enter setting menu. 2. Press P3 / P4 key to choose No.22 menu, LCD displays "TB--1750". 3. P r e s s / to select the desired tone frequency. Available tones are 1000,1450,1750 and 2100Hz. 4. Press any key except PWR , P3 , P4 , , key to exit. Display Mode Setup There are 3 different display modes: Frequency+Memory mode, Memory mode & Frequency mode + Memory mode. 1.
7 FUNCTION MENU SETUP 4. After finishing edition, press to confirm and enter into edition of current group's ID corresponding name.Press / to select desired letter, press P3 to move cursor to next edition, press to clear out all letters. 00-127, total 128 group ID and corresponding ID name. 5. Press P2 to confirm and return into main menu. Repeat above Step 3 and Step 4 operations to edit multi-ID and corresponding ID name. 6. Press FUNC key to return to standby status.
Microphone Operation Switches between VFO and MEMORY mode DOWN UP In standby, press key to switch between memory mode and Frequency mode (VFO). MIC PTT Lock Switch 8 Numeric Keys DTMF ON/OFF Following operatins are available using keypads on the EMS-74 microphone. Keypad Lock SLIDE the switch to lock position, The lamp is turned off and all keys are locked except PTT.
8 Microphone Operation This function can be temporarily used in memory mode. Once the radio is turned off or switched to another channel, the temporary setting will be erased and back to initial settings. Scan Skip (To exclude selected channels from memory scanning) In memory mode, press then press , decimal point appears. It means current channel is scan skip. Repeat above operation to set scan or scan skip in current channel. Decimal point dissapears when the channel is available for scanning.
Microphone Operation 3. In corresponding icon, press [ CTCSS/DCS encode and decode. 4. Press , , or / ] to select the desired to confirm and exit. Talk Around 8 HIGH/MID/LOW Power Selection 1. In standby, press / 2. Press [ , then press , LCD displays "POW-XX". ] to select the desired power. HI:High Power Refer to P.19 for details. MI:Middle Power 1. In standby, press , then press 2. Press [ ] to select the desired setting . OF". / key, LCD displays "TALK-- ON:Enable Talk Around 1.
9 Cable Clone This feature clones the programmed data and parameters in the master unit to slave units. 1. An optional EDS-29 cloning cable and PC programming is necessary to activate cloning function to the master unit. Make a master unit by setting and programming it as desired. Turn off both units. Connect the cable between the DATA jacks on both units. 2.
Maintenance Trouble Shooting Key Function The function of key combinations can be changed by PC software. Below is the default setting. Key Short press Combination 11 Hold for over 2 seconds FUNC+ Problem Possible Causes and Potential Solutions (a) Power is on, nothing appears on Display. + and - polarities of power connection are reversed. Connect red lead to plus terminal and black lead to minus terminal of DC power supply. (b) Fuse is blown.
12 Specifications General 28 Frequency Range TX : 222-224.9975MHz RX : 220-259.9975MHz Number of Channels 200 channels Channel Spacing 25KHz (Wide Band) 20KHz (Middle Band) 12.5KHz (Narrow band) Channel step 2.5KHz,5KHz, 6.25KHz, 8.33KHz, 10KHz, 12.5KHz, 15KHz, 20KHz, 25KHz, 30KHz, 50KHz Operating Voltage 13.8V DC ±15% Squelch Carrier/CTCSS/DCS/5Tone/2Tone/DTMF Frequency Stability ±2.5ppm Operating Temperature -20℃~+60℃ Dimensions(WxHxD) 140(W)x35(H)x180(L)mm Weight about 0.
Appendix 51 groups CTCSS Tone Frequency(Hz) 62.5 67.0 79.7 94.8 110.9 131.8 156.7 171.3 186.2 203.5 229.1 69.3 82.5 97.4 114.8 136.5 159.8 173.8 189.9 206.5 233.6 71.9 85.4 100.0 118.8 141.3 162.2 177.3 192.8 210.7 241.8 74.4 88.5 103.5 123.0 146.2 165.5 179.9 196.6 218.1 250.3 77.0 91.5 107.2 127.3 151.4 167.9 183.5 199.5 225.7 254.
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